Brown-Banded Cockroach Control in West Palm Beach, FL

How can I prevent brown-banded cockroaches?

• Seal all entry points around your home. Roaches can fit through tiny cracks in your foundation or walls, as well as spaces around doors and windows. Use weather stripping and caulk, and repair any damaged screens.

• Inspect items before bringing them inside. Roaches often make their way into homes hidden on deliveries or other items. Take a close look at packages, boxes, firewood, etc. before bringing them into your home.

• Address any water problems. Roaches may enter your building in search of water, and brown-banded roaches have entered homes through plumbing. Handle any water issues around your home, like issues with faucets, pipes, downspouts, etc.

• Clean your home regularly. Keep your home tidy and clutter-free to eliminate hiding spots and help keep these pests out. Take out the trash regularly and sweep up any messes as soon as possible.

What time of year are brown-banded cockroaches most common in West Palm Beach?

Brown-banded cockroaches are active throughout the year in West Palm Beach.

How do brown-banded cockroaches differ from American cockroaches?

• Color: Male brown banded cockroaches have yellow-tan bodies with light brown to  yellow bands while the females are dark brown with light brown to yellow bands. On the other hand, American cockroaches are reddish brown with a tan-yellowish ring between their head and body.

• Size: Brown-banded cockroaches are about ½ of an inch long, while the American cockroaches are 1 ½ inches long. 

• Habitat: Brown-banded cockroaches are most often brought into the home on packages, grocery bags, etc. Once inside, they will go to secluded places (usually in the kitchen) such as cabinets, wall decor, and behind kitchen appliances. When American come inside, they gravitate towards dark and damp spots such as basements and attics. 

• Offspring: The brown-banded and American cockroaches have similar numbers of offspring. In a lifetime, a female brown-banded cockroach will have about 180 offspring, while an American cockroach will have just over 200.

Do I need to prepare my home for brown-banded cockroach control services?

No, we do not require any sort of preparation for roach control services.

Are brown-banded cockroaches dangerous?

Roaches, in general, are filthy creatures that have a habit of consuming rotting bacteria-ridden organic matter. These nasty pests spread disease-causing organisms around homes and businesses over countertops, kitchen tables, and on left out and stored foods.

Here are just a few diseases you might contract from these dangerous pests.

• Dysentery

• Typhoid Fever

• Cholera

• Salmonellosis

• Gastroenteritis

• Leprosy

• Plague

If you have asthma or any respiratory problem, cockroaches might make you sick in a different way. Indirectly, through their shed skins and dirt-like fecal matter, roaches release particulates into the air that often trigger breathing problems. This problem compounds itself and becomes worse the larger an infestation becomes.

How do I get rid of brown-banded cockroaches in my home?

If you have brown-banded cockroaches, a good starting point is to deep clean your home, specifically addressing grease, food, and water. Try to vacuum up as many roaches as you come across along the way. 

It is also important to make sure cracks and holes around your home are sealed.

Since different species respond to certain treatments better than others, it is important to call a professional to identify the type of roach before spending your money on a solution that may or may not work.